elcome to the Washington County
Sheriff's Office Website. Please take a look at who we are and what we
do to protect and serve the citizens of Washington County.
The
citizens of the county in which the Sheriff serves elect sheriffs for
four-year terms. The Sheriff is considered the chief law enforcement
officer of a county. Thanks to the citizens of Washington County, I was
elected November 7, 2006. While I am in office we will do our best to
serve our citizens and the community with integrity, respect and
honesty. This department is made up of the Sheriff, deputies, detention
officers, telecommunication operators, and civilians.
The
Washington County Sheriff's Office is charged with enforcing the law,
investigating crimes and securing the custody and control of arrested
persons, serving the court system through the civil and criminal process
and courtroom security.
Washington
County is 322 square miles and has a population of 13,997 citizens.
Washington County Sheriff's Office has jurisdiction in the towns of
Washington County. Plymouth is the county seat of Washington County.
Other towns in Washington County include Roper and Creswell.
The men and women of
this office will continue to be prepared to meet the needs of the
citizens of Washington County. |
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